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New York, United States, March 19th, 2025, Chainwire

Arda, a company developing a universal operating system for real estate, has raised $3 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Lightshift. The investment supports Arda’s initiative to enhance efficiency in the $380 trillion real estate sector by addressing its fragmented and opaque infrastructure.

Arda is building a digital framework designed to unify real estate assets, data, and financial services into a single, interoperable system. Leveraging AI and blockchain technology, the platform aims to reduce transaction times and enhance transparency by enabling real-time ownership and financial processes.

A Purpose-Built Digital Infrastructure for Real Estate

Arda’s platform introduces a programmable execution layer for real estate, integrating digital rights management, AI-driven automation, and seamless data interoperability. Key features include:

• Digital Asset Profiles: A verifiable record of property history to streamline due diligence.
• Real-Time Money Movement: Payments directly linked to transactions for improved settlement efficiency.
• Integrated Data and Automation: Automated workflows reducing administrative friction in asset management.

Industry Leadership and Institutional Backing

Arda was founded by Oli Harris, former Managing Director in Digital Assets at Goldman Sachs and Head of Crypto Assets Strategy at JPMorgan Chase. Harris played a key role in the development and commercialization of Quorum, an enterprise Ethereum platform, and contributed to institutional digital asset adoption. His experience includes board positions at Anchorage, BitGo, Blockdaemon, and TRM Labs.

“Real estate remains one of the most valuable yet operationally fragmented asset classes,” said Oli Harris, Founder & CEO of Arda. “By creating a programmable, trust-based system, we aim to bring real estate transactions in line with modern digital financial infrastructure.”

A Market Evolving Toward Digitization

As institutional investment in digital assets grows, governments and industry leaders are exploring frameworks for secure, verifiable digital property transactions. Regions such as the Gulf are advancing adoption, while U.S. policymakers are shaping regulations to integrate digital assets into mainstream financial systems.

“We invest in founders who are building the foundations of next-generation industries,” said Simao Cruz, Founding Partner at Lightshift. “Arda is developing purpose-built infrastructure that could redefine how real estate is owned, transacted, and financed.”

About Arda

Arda is developing a real estate operating system designed for institutions, enterprises, and governments. Its platform enables digital interoperability, automated transactions, and real-time execution in the global real estate sector. Founded by Oli Harris, Arda is backed by investors supporting the evolution of digital real estate infrastructure.

For more information, users can follow @arda_labs on X (Twitter) or contact contact@arda.xyz.

About Lightshift

Lightshift is a venture firm investing in early-stage companies focused on digital infrastructure and programmable assets. The firm partners with founders to provide capital, technical expertise, and strategic insights for market-defining innovation.

For more information, users can visit www.lightshift.xyz or contact katy.campbell@lightshift.xyz.

Contact

CEO and Founder
Oliver Harris
Arda
oli@arda.xyz

Miami, Florida, March 19th, 2025, Chainwire

House of Doge, Dogecoin Foundation, IndyCar Driver DeFrancesco, and Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing Launch Dogecoin Indy 500 Voting and Donation Platform – Letting Fans Make Doge History and Win The Ultimate Collectors Prize

Dogecoin Racing, launched by the House of Doge and the Dogecoin Foundation is teaming up with NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver Devlin DeFrancesco and Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing to bring Dogecoin to the iconic motorsports event—the Indy 500—while supporting a cause that is deeply personal to the team. The Indianapolis 500, known as “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” returns for its 109th running on Memorial Day weekend on May 25, drawing over 350,000 spectators in person and reaching a global audience in over 140 countries. This year brings with it a historic partnership with the Dogecoin race car taking center stage, empowering fans with the opportunity to vote on DeFrancesco’s Indy 500 car design featuring the iconic Dogecoin Shiba Inu.

Dogecoin, like DeFrancesco, was born FAST!

DeFrancesco was 15 weeks premature and weighed just one pound at birth, given his last rights on two occasions, and spent four months in the Neo-Natal ICU before making a miraculous recovery. 

Now, as a professional race car driver, he’s using his platform to give back to critically ill children. As part of this Dogetastic partnership, DeFrancesco, a dog lover, and Dogecoin fan, will personally donate $25,000 in Dogecoin to Riley Children’s Foundation in Indianapolis, aligned with Riley Children’s Health, a leading pediatric care center.

This initiative also marks a historic moment in motorsport, as DeFrancesco has committed to receive $100,000 of his salary in Dogecoin. A bold step forward for crypto adoption in professional sports. 

“I first invested in Dogecoin in 2020 and drove everyone crazy, telling anyone who would listen that they needed to own it. It’s not only my favorite crypto, but the plan to become a global currency and drive payment adoption is awesome. I’m pumped to be part of the community and an ambassador for the vision,” Devlin shared.

Voting to Bring an Iconic Doge Design to the Indy 500 Track and Make Doge History

To celebrate the making of Dogecoin History, House of Doge, the Dogecoin Foundation and Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing are launching a fan-powered contest, allowing the Dogecoin community to choose the official race car wrap and helmet design that Devlin will wear at the Indy 500.

From March 19 to March 25, fans can vote on their favorite design and enter to win a Dogecoin wallet loaded with $1,000.

VOTES OPEN TODAY: Three potential versions of the No. 30 Dogecoin Honda include:

● Blaze – This livery burns so hot, it makes the sun look like a nightlight. Some say it was forged in the volcanic fires of Kīlauea and once it hits the track, all that’s left behind is smoke, embers, and the shattered dreams of others

● Turbowave – This livery is so 80s, it comes with a free synthwave soundtrack and a pair of neon sunglasses. Some say if you drive it at night, it glitches into a parallel universe where Miami Vice never ended and every race runs in slow motion with looping palm trees in the background.

● BananaBoost – This livery is so slippery, that Mario’s filing an official complaint. Powered by pure potassium, it’s sure to slip past the competition while making swift work of pesky turtle shells.

“Dogenate” to Children’s Health for a Chance to Win the Ultimate Collector’s Prize

As part of this partnership, House of Doge and the Dogecoin Foundation are rallying the Dogecoin community to join DeFrancesco in making a real-world impact by supporting children’s health. In addition to casting a vote, contributions in Dogecoin to Riley’s provide an opportunity to win the ultimate collector’s prize.

The largest Dogecoin donor leading up to race day will receive an exclusive, one-of-a-kind Indy 500 racing helmet, worn – and signed – by DeFrancesco himself during his Indy 500 qualifying run.

The Dogecoin-powered fundraising campaign will directly benefit Riley Children’s Foundation, which supports Riley Children’s Health, home to one of the nation’s top-ranked neonatology programs by U.S. News & World Report. The funds raised will help provide life-saving medical care to newborns, including those born prematurely or with critical conditions requiring immediate and specialized treatment.

House of Doge encourages the Dogecoin community to race toward generosity, make history, and support this incredible cause leading up to the Indy 500 on May 25. 

Fans can vote and donate at dogecoin.com/indycar.

About House of Doge 

The House of Doge team believes the future of money is already digital, and with Dogecoin’s speed and efficiency, it’s the ideal solution for the modern financial ecosystem. The team’s goal is to make Dogecoin a widely accepted decentralized currency for everyday use worldwide. To achieve this, House of Doge focuses on aggregating Dogecoin liquidity through robust operations in the U.S., creating a strategic reserve that will support its seamless use in commerce and government transactions. They are building the infrastructure necessary to ensure secure, efficient, and scalable Dogecoin transactions. 

About Dogecoin Foundation 

The Dogecoin Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to developing open-source technology that enhances Dogecoin’s accessibility and utility as a peer-to-peer digital currency.

About Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing

Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, based in Zionsville, Ind., is co-owned by three-time IndyCar Champion and 1986 Indianapolis 500 winner Bobby Rahal, former CBS Late Show host David Letterman, and Mi-Jack co-owner Mike Lanigan. In 2025, the team will compete in its 34th year of competition and will attempt to add to its 30 Indy car wins – including 2004 Indy 500 from pole with Buddy Rice and the 2020 Indy 500 with Takuma Sato — their 37 poles, 112 podium finishes, and 1992 series championship.

Contact

Commumications
Angela Gorman
House of Doge
angela@amwpr.com

Vancouver, Canada, March 18th, 2025, Chainwire

The artificial intelligence landscape is evolving. Traditional AI models remain centralized, relying on static text data and corporate control. iAgent is introducing a decentralized AI framework where AI agents are trained, owned, and monetized on-chain using real-world visual data.

Backed by a recent $3 million investment, iAgent has forged several strategic partnerships with leading projects such as Base, LayerZero, Avalanche, Aethir, Arbitrum, and XAI Games. With over 700,000 users on its AGNTxp platform, iAgent is at the forefront of AI x Gaming x DePIN innovation.

Now, with TGE live, iAgent is laying the foundation for AI Agents to become a new digital asset that can be trained, validated, and exchanged transparently.

“AI should be decentralized, transparent, and monetizable. iAgent is ensuring AI models belong to those who train them, not corporations.” — Jamie Batzorig, Co-Founder of iAgent.

iAgent’s Product Hub: Powering the AI Economy

iAgent’s ecosystem consists of a suite of interconnected products aimed at supporting AI development, deployment, and monetization through a decentralized framework. Each component is designed to enhance the verifiability, scalability, and accessibility of AI models across various ecosystems.

Visual Learning Model (VLM): Adaptive AI Training

Unlike traditional AI that relies on text-based training (LLMs), iAgent’s Visual Learning Models (VLMs) enable AI agents to learn from real-world gameplay footage. This approach allows AI to analyze, strategize, and adapt dynamically, making them more intelligent and applicable in real-world scenarios. 

iAgent’s VLM-powered AI utilizes real-player interactions to enhance its adaptability, enabling continuous optimization for performance in competitive gaming environments and other applications:

• Current live for Counter Strike 2, Off the Grid & Citizen Conflict. 
• Players have already contributed 25 TB+ gameplay data.
• Over 10,000+ hours of gameplay footage recorded

ERC-** Agent Standard: A New AI Digital Asset Class

iAgent’s ERC-** standard will bring AI Agents on-chain as verifiable, secure, and interoperable digital assets. This aims to enable true ownership, trading, and cross-chain utilization without centralized control. While enhancing trust and transparency through provable authenticity and ownership history.

AI Agent Marketplace: The Open AI Economy

The AI Agent Marketplace serves as the foundation of iAgent’s decentralized ecosystem, enabling seamless AI model deployment, trading, and monetization. Developers can list AI-powered agents for rental or sale, while businesses and game studios can purchase or integrate AI models tailored to their needs. 

iAgent DEV Hub: Decentralized AI Infrastructure

The iAgent DEV Hub acts as the backbone of the protocol, offering developers and AI researchers a comprehensive suite of tools, SDKs, and APIs to build and optimize AI models. It provides a trustless AI validation framework, leveraging on-chain verification nodes, cross-DePIN compute integration, and AI execution tracking. 

AI in Gaming: The Next Evolution of Intelligent Agents

Gaming offers high-quality, labeled data, making it a suitable environment for training advanced AI models. iAgent is introducing adaptive AI agents to gaming, facilitating:

• AI-powered game assistants – AI agents that analyze in-game movements, provide real-time coaching and improve player performance in FPS games like Valorant.
• Smart NPCs that evolve dynamically – NPCs in RPGs like World of Warcraft that learn and adapt to a player’s choices, creating truly immersive experiences.
• AI anti-cheat and security systems – AI in games like CS2 that detects aimbots and wallhacks in real-time, ensuring fair gameplay.
• Predictive AI for in-game economies – AI models that track in-game trends, helping players optimize asset trading in games like Diablo 4.

iAgent’s decentralized AI infrastructure will expand beyond gaming, creating an open AI economy applicable across industries.

“Gaming is the first major use case, but our AI infrastructure will extend to multiple sectors. AI models will be owned, monetized, and deployed across various real-world applications.” — MHL Solutions, iAgent Advisor.

Roadmap: From Foundation to AI Economy

2023-2024: Establishing the iAgent Protocol

• Development of Visual Learning Models (VLMs) and AI ownership framework.
• AGNTxp launch, onboarding 700K+ users and generating 75K+ AI identities.
• AI data collection platform, accumulating 25+ TB+ gameplay data.
• Genesis Node Sale to decentralize AI model validation and verification.

2025: Scaling AI Deployment & Monetization

March 2025:

• TGE live, launching $AGNT as the core AI economy token.
• On-chain governance rollout, enabling staking & liquid staking.

April 2025:

• AI Agent Marketplace launch, enabling AI deployment, trading, and rental.
• ERC-** Standard proposal, formalizing AI ownership and validation.

May 2025:

• AGNT-Hub powered by $AGNT.

June 2025:

• AI Agent Explorer & Analytics Platform, enabling transparent AI tracking.

Q3 2025:

• Integration of VLM-powered AI into partner games in the AAA and indie gaming ecosystem.
• Visual Data Monetization framework, allowing users to sell gameplay data to train AI.

Q4 2025:

• Protocol Testnet Launch, deploying decentralized AI compute infrastructure.
• Mainnet launch, establishing the fully operational iAgent Protocol.

AGNT: Advancing Practical Applications in AI and Blockchain



As the core of the iAgent ecosystem, AGNT enables:

• AI Training & Trading – AI models can be owned, sold, and deployed through the marketplace.
• Compute & Staking Rewards – GPU node operators are incentivized for providing AI training power.
• Visual Data Monetization – Users can get AGNT by contributing high-quality labeled data.
• Governance Participation – AGNT holders shape the evolution of iAgent’s decentralized AI infrastructure.

AI is Becoming an Asset Class, and iAgent is Leading the Way. The AI, gaming, and DePIN industry is set to grow from $553.7 billion today to $2.8 trillion by 2030. iAgent aims to build the infrastructure for this growth.

About iAgent Protocol

iAgent’s Visual Learning Model allows gamers to train custom AI agents from their gameplay footage, powered by decentralized computing. By leveraging blockchain technology, it introduces a new digital asset class, enabling users to Create, Own, and Monetize their AI agents in gaming.

Founded by a powerhouse team of industry veterans and innovators, iAgent’s leadership team includes eight C-level executives with a combined 20+ years of experience at Fortune 500 companies, driving strategic growth and innovation.

On the tech front, the team comprises 12 top-tier AI and blockchain engineers, bringing expertise from global giants like Bosch, Meta, Airbus, and Samsung. The best minds shaping the future of AI x Gaming x DePIN together.

Website | Twitter | Telegram | Discord | Whitepaper | Linktree

Contact

Co-Founder & CEO
Jamie Batzorig
iAgent Corporation
jamie@iagentpro.com

Limassol, Cyprus, March 18th, 2025, Chainwire

PropellerAds, a global leader in performance-driven advertising solutions, has launched a groundbreaking advertising format: ads within Telegram Mini Apps. This new traffic type is designed to tap into Telegram’s rapidly growing ecosystem, offering advertisers unparalleled access to a crypto-oriented audience. With the integration of blockchain technology and the rise of Telegram Mini Apps built on the TON, this initiative opens a powerful new channel for advertisers in the crypto, Bitcoin, and blockchain sectors.

The announcement comes as PropellerAds officially rolls out this feature, which provides advertisers with immediate access to traffic with strong engagement from users, including those interested in crypto and blockchain. .

Telegram Mini Apps: A Gateway to Crypto-Oriented Users

Telegram Mini Apps are lightweight applications hosted within the Telegram messenger. Users can access a wide range of services — from crypto wallets to decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms — without leaving the app. PropellerAds’ new advertising solution allows brands to reach this highly engaged audience through ad formats natively integrated into Mini Apps , including interstitial ads, task-list placements, and banners, seamlessly integrated into the Telegram Mini Apps experience.

A key feature of this offering is that the audience is actively engaged with in-app activities, and various ad delivery mechanisms are available — ranging from traditional online advertising formats like interstitial ads to more engagement-driven approaches, such as displaying ads when a user has depleted their in-game lives. This flexibility allows advertisers to choose the most suitable format for their campaign goals. This approach enhances engagement and aligns perfectly with the behavior of crypto users, who are accustomed to earning tokens and rewards through blockchain-based platforms, making engagement-driven formats a natural fit for certain segments of the audience.

Unlocking New Opportunities for Crypto Advertisers

PropellerAds’ integration with Telegram Mini Apps offers a new opportunity for advertisers in the crypto and blockchain space. This traffic type provides access to a global audience, including key regions such as Europe (including CIS countries), India, and parts of Africa—areas with strong crypto adoption.

Unlike traditional channels such as search engines and social media, PropellerAds offers a crypto-friendly moderation process, allowing blockchain-related brands to launch campaigns without the need for dedicated agencies or massive budgets. With a minimum deposit of just $100, advertisers of all sizes can access this high-potential traffic stream.

PropellerAds already provided services for various blockchain-oriented products, including crypto wallets, educational applications for crypto enthusiasts, and Telegram channels. This diverse range of partners demonstrates the flexibility and effectiveness of our platform for the crypto and blockchain industry.

The platform’s advanced targeting capabilities ensure that advertisers can connect with the most relevant users. PropellerAds’ CPA-based bidding model further enhances ROI, giving advertisers complete control over campaign performance and budget allocation. Additionally, today’s PropellerAds platform includes almost all the features advertisers are accustomed to in traditional ad networks, such as auto-optimization, CPA-based bidding, retargeting, and smart bidding models powered by machine learning technologies. These tools allow advertisers to fine-tune their campaigns, maximize efficiency, and scale with precision.

Telegram Mini Apps and Their Role in Crypto

Telegram’s ecosystem is uniquely positioned for crypto advertisers. Many Telegram Mini Apps operate on the TON blockchain, meaning users are familiar with crypto wallets and blockchain-based transactions. This creates a highly receptive audience for crypto-related offers, from trading platforms to tokenized rewards programs.

PropellerAds’ solution addresses a critical need in the market by providing a seamless advertising channel for Telegram-based crypto projects. Whether promoting a new DeFi app, a DEX, or a blockchain-based game, advertisers can now reach their target audience directly within Telegram’s trusted environment.

Key Features for Crypto Advertisers

PropellerAds’ Telegram Mini Apps traffic offers several advantages tailored to the crypto industry:

• CPA Goal Bidding: Optimizing campaigns to achieve specific cost-per-action targets, ideal for driving wallet sign-ups or token purchases.
• Advanced Targeting: Reaching users based on platform, OS, browser, language, and connection type, ensuring precision in audience targeting.
• Flexible Moderation: Compared to Telegram’s direct advertising policies, PropellerAds offers a more streamlined and efficient approval process.
• Scaling Beyond Telegram: For advertisers looking to expand beyond Telegram’s ecosystem and attract fresh audiences, PropellerAds provides access to additional traffic sources. By integrating with broader marketing channels and alternative ad formats, brands can scale their campaigns to the maximum, reaching users beyond the in-app environment.

Pricing Models and Ad Formats

PropellerAds supports multiple pricing models, including CPC, Smart CPC, and CPA Goal, allowing advertisers to choose the option that best suits their campaign objectives. The platform also offers auto-creatives, simplifying ad management and enabling advertisers to focus on strategy and benefit from real-time statistics and advanced automation tools, including auto-bidding and automatic ad placement filtering. These features help streamline campaign management, optimize performance, and maximize ROI.

Ad formats are designed like familiar push-and-click styles, ensuring ease of use while delivering high-performance results. This combination of simplicity and innovation makes PropellerAds’ Telegram Mini Apps traffic a must-try for crypto advertisers.

Traffic Suitability for Various Sectors

PropellerAds’ new offering is designed for advertisers in the following verticals:

• Crypto and Blockchain: Supports promotions for exchanges, wallets, DeFi platforms, and NFT marketplaces.
• Finance: Targets audiences interested in Bitcoin, altcoins, and blockchain-based financial services.
• Gaming: Reaches gamers engaging with blockchain-based games and play-to-earn platforms.
• Rewards and Sweepstakes: Facilitates engagement with tokenized rewards and bonus coin campaigns.

A New Era for Crypto Advertising

With the launch of ads in Telegram Mini Apps, PropellerAds is empowering crypto advertisers to connect with a highly engaged audience. This innovative traffic type enhances brand visibility and drives meaningful interactions and conversions within Telegram’s ecosystem.

For advertisers looking to capitalize on the intersection of crypto, blockchain, and messaging apps, PropellerAds’ Telegram Mini Apps traffic is the ultimate solution.

About PropellerAds

PropellerAds is a leading advertising platform that connects brands with high-quality audiences worldwide. By offering advanced targeting, powerful optimization tools, and innovative ad formats, PropellerAds empowers advertisers to achieve their goals, whether it’s driving conversions, boosting ROI, or scaling campaigns. With a focus on transparency and performance, PropellerAds continues to redefine what’s possible in digital advertising.

Contact

Mikhail Goryunov
Propeller Ads
m.goryunov@propellerads.net

Dubai, UAE, March 18th, 2025, Chainwire

Staking Rewards, the leading institutional staking marketplace, today announced the 4th edition of the Staking Summit, the premier event dedicated to institutional blockchain staking and yield generation. Set to take place on April 28-29, 2025, in Dubai, with an exclusive speaker and VIP dinner on April 27, the summit will bring together institutional investors, custodians, wallet providers, and industry leaders to explore innovative strategies for maximizing staking rewards in the evolving digital asset landscape.

“As institutional participation in digital assets continues to mature, the Staking Summit has become the definitive forum for addressing the unique challenges and opportunities in building institutional-grade staking portfolios,” said Mirko Schmiedl, CEO of Staking Rewards. “We’re proud to bring together the industry’s leading voices for the fourth consecutive year.”

The two-day event will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and workshops covering crucial topics including:

• Building Institutional-Grade Staking Portfolios
• Liquid Staking Derivatives & Secondary Markets
• Staking in the Age of Ethereum ETFs: Roadblocks and Innovations
• Tokenized Real-World Assets & Staking
• Compliance, Transparency & Global Regulatory Trends
• Data Science & AI-Driven Yield Optimization
• Bitcoin Staking Opportunities
• Hyperliquid Yield Strategies

Confirmed speakers include Sreeram Kannan from EigenLayer, Fisher Yu from Babylon, and renowned cryptocurrency expert Andreas M. Antonopoulos, alongside executives from leading financial institutions and staking infrastructure providers.

“With the recent evolution of Bitcoin staking capabilities and the rapid development of AI-driven optimization tools, the staking landscape is undergoing a significant transformation,” noted Afonso Urbano, a senior researcher at Staking Rewards. “Institutional investors need sophisticated approaches that balance yield optimization with risk management and regulatory compliance.”

The Staking Summit is tailored specifically for institutional investors, custodians, and wallet providers seeking to enhance their staking strategies. Attendees will gain insights from industry leaders, participate in in-depth discussions, and explore innovative solutions for maximizing returns.

Registration for the Staking Summit is now open. For more information about the event, sponsorship opportunities, or to register, visit www.stakingsummit.com or contact events@stakingsummit.com.

About Staking Rewards

Staking Rewards is the leading institutional staking marketplace, providing data, insights, and infrastructure for institutional staking operations. As the industry’s premier resource for staking information and analytics, Staking Rewards empowers institutional investors to make informed decisions about yield generation in the digital asset ecosystem.

Contact

Gabriele Samsonovaite
events@stakingrewards.com

London, United Kingdom, March 18th, 2025, Chainwire

TokenPicks, the leading crypto education and research platform, has introduced a new Candy reward system designed to encourage user engagement and learning.

With this innovative feature, TokenPicks users can claim one free Candy every 24 hours simply by opening the app. Additionally, users can complete various in-app tasks to earn more Candies, encouraging consistent learning and engagement.

A leaderboard system tracks the top Candy holders, with the highest-ranking users receiving Bitcoin rewards each month. This initiative integrates a gamified approach to cryptocurrency education, aiming to enhance user engagement through incentivized learning.

“We believe education should be incentivized,” said Denning, CEO at TokenPicks. “Our goal is to make crypto learning engaging, interactive, and rewarding for everyone.”

With the growing adoption of cryptocurrency, TokenPicks aims to empower users with valuable insights, expert research, and real rewards to help them navigate the market confidently.

Users can download TokenPicks now and begin claiming their daily rewards.

About TokenPicks

TokenPicks is a cryptocurrency education and research platform providing real-time market insights, educational resources, and customizable signal tools. The platform aims to help users navigate the crypto market through expert analysis and interactive learning. For more information, users can visit TokenPicks.com.

Contact

Mr
Denning
tokenpicks@gmail.com

Hong Kong, Hong Kong, March 18th, 2025, Chainwire

Movemaker, the official community organization of the Aptos Foundation dedicated to advancing the Aptos ecosystem in Chinese-speaking regions, has announced the launch of Movemaker Grant Program and the opening of Aptos Space, a state-of-the-art collaboration hub in Hong Kong. 

These initiatives underscore Movemaker’s mission to strengthen the Aptos blockchain ecosystem, particularly in the Chinese-speaking region, and drive Web3 innovation globally.

Backed by multimillion-dollar funding and resources from the Aptos Foundation, Movemaker is poised to empower developers, support innovative projects, and foster a thriving blockchain community.

“Strong community is the only way for Web3 to fulfill the promise of permissionless networks and decentralized economies. For builders obsessed with this outcome, physical environments like Aptos Space in Hong Kong are game-changers,” said Ash Pampati, Head of Ecosystem at Aptos Foundation. “A hub where developers can collaborate, learn from peers, and access mentorship is critical to ensuring their success.”

Empowering Innovation Through the Movemaker Grant Program

The Movemaker Grant Program will provide financial, strategic and technical support to projects building on the Aptos blockchain, with a focus on DeFi, AI, payment solutions, stablecoins, and real-world assets (RWAs). In total, Movemaker has set aside US $2 million in grants in the first phase of the rollout of its Grant Program.

Movemaker’s core pillars—building, community, and support—are at the heart of this initiative. The grants will help promising projects with:

• Funding to accelerate development and project growth.
• Strategic and technical guidance for builders on the Aptos blockchain.
• Talent and branding support to enhance project visibility and adoption.

The Movemaker Grant Program will focus on supporting developers and projects from the Chinese-speaking region while also welcoming global teams interested in this market to join.

Interested parties can apply for a grant on movemaker.xyz/grants-program.

Aptos Space: A Hub for Builders and Innovators

As an additional benefit of the Movemaker Grant Program, grantees will have the chance to co-work and collaborate from Aptos Space – a brand-new physical venue in the heart of Hong Kong. Movemaker will also host regular meetups and developer events at Aptos Space to attract local and global Web3 talent.

Movemaker’s Expansion Plans for 2025

Key initiatives for the year ahead include:

• Ambassador Program: Building a network of champions who share Movemaker’s vision for Web3.
• Builder-Centric Events: Hosting at least two large-scale builder events in 2025 to unite local Chinese-speaking and global Web3 talent.
• Collaborations: Partnering with government bodies, media, and community leaders to amplify Aptos’ impact in and beyond the blockchain space.
• Community Engagement: Regular online events and AMAs to keep the Aptos community informed and inspired.

Become a Movemaker

Movemaker invites developers, innovators, and industry partners to join its mission to revolutionize blockchain technology and Web3 adoption. The initiative offers opportunities for builders seeking grants, entrepreneurs interested in collaboration, and community members looking to contribute, serving as a gateway to the Aptos ecosystem.

For more information, users can visit movemaker.xyz or follow Movemaker on X: @MovemakerCN and @MovemakerEN.

About Movemaker

Movemaker is an official Aptos community organization focused on advancing the development and growth of the Aptos ecosystem in the Chinese-speaking region. As the official representative of Aptos in this key market, Movemaker has received millions of dollars in funding and resources from the Aptos Foundation. By integrating resources, empowering communities, and providing technical support, Movemaker aims to accelerate the adoption and prosperity of Aptos. Movemaker is co-launched by Ankaa Labs and BlockBooster.

About Aptos Foundation

Aptos Foundation is dedicated to supporting the development of the Aptos protocol, decentralized network and driving engagement with the Aptos ecosystem. By unlocking a blockchain with seamless usability, Aptos Foundation aims to bring the benefits of decentralization to the masses.

Contact

PR
Annie
Movemaker
contact@movemaker.xyz

Victoria, Seychelles, March 17th, 2025, Chainwire

Recently, BYDFi has noticed misleading accusations made by the content creator ExtraVOD on social media against BYDFi. To ensure transparency and clarity for all users, BYDFi would like to present the facts of the situation：

• January 25: Detection of Abnormal Trading Activity

When ExtraVOD’s first account reached the perpetual risk limit, he opened a second account to bypass restrictions. BYDFi identified abnormal trading activities and ExtraVOD was reminded of BYDFi’s User Agreement (9.2 and 9.3) and the risk limits for perpetual contracts.

• January 26: Admission & Request for Content Removal

ExtraVOD claimed ignorance of the policy but admitted to creating a second account for high-frequency trading. BYDFi requested the removal of misleading content from his social media.

• January 28-29: Agreement & Fund Transfers

Following negotiations, an agreement was reached. All funds in ExtraVOD’s main account remained fully accessible, while deposit funds from the sub-account were merged into the main account.

ExtraVOD acknowledged the resolution and publicly confirmed it. Over the next month, he continued trading actively.

• March 1 – March 5: Contradictory Claims & Renewed Demands

A month later, ExtraVOD re-engaged, demanding profit funds from the sub-account.

BYDFi support reiterated that, per the January agreement, all deposited funds had already been returned to the main account.

• March 11-15: Threats & Misinformation

ExtraVOD escalated the situation, threatening to expose the issue on social media unless his demands were met. He altered his stance, now claiming the second account belonged to his family.

He then released a video urging his followers to pressure BYDFi into returning the funds.

5 Years. 1 Principle: Rules > Followers

BYDFi upholds integrity and transparency to ensure a fair trading environment for all users. All legitimate funds were returned to ExtraVOD’s verified account, but trading profits were voided due to rule violations.

BYDFi will not tolerate defamatory actions and reserves the right to take legal action against any damages caused by misleading claims. The misuse of multiple accounts to bypass risk limits is a violation of policies across all trading platforms.

About BYDFi

Founded in 2020, BYDFi is recognized by Forbes as one of the Top 10 Global Crypto Exchanges, trusted by over 1,000,000 users worldwide. BYDFi remains committed to delivering a world-class crypto trading experience for every user. BUIDL Your Dream Finance.

• Website: https://www.bydfi.com
• Support Email: CS@bydfi.com
• Business Partnerships: BD@bydfi.com
• Media Inquiries: media@bydfi.com

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Contact

Senior Marketing Director
Chloe
BYDFi Fintech LTD
chloe@bydfi.com

Miami, FL, March 17th, 2025, Chainwire

Board-Elect and Advisory Team Include Top Executives in Payments, Sports, and Global Food & Beverage, With Additional Members Being Announced In the Coming Weeks  

House of Doge has shared key details of its previously announced exclusive five-year partnership with the Dogecoin Foundation. This milestone partnership, aimed at advancing Dogecoin ($DOGE) as a widely accepted global currency, establishes House of Doge as the official and exclusive partner of the Dogecoin Foundation. Today, the team is unveiling details on their corporate strategy to drive large-scale adoption, as well as their distinguished Board of Directors-Elect and Advisory Board, which includes some of the top minds in payments, sports, global food and beverage, cryptocurrency, and technology. House of Doge will lead the initiative to integrate Dogecoin into mainstream commerce, corporate ecosystems, and everyday transactions worldwide.

At the heart of this partnership is a shared commitment to Dogecoin’s core philosophy: Doing Only Good Everyday (D.O.G.E.). By leveraging House of Doge’s strategic initiatives and corporate outreach, the Dogecoin Foundation can redouble its focus on open-source technology, accelerating Dogecoin’s adoption as a functional and accessible digital currency.

House of Doge Announces Board of Directors-Elect

The company has announced the Board-Elect who will provide strategic oversight as House of Doge advances its mission. The seats have been accepted, and all Directors-Elect are set to assume their official roles as soon as legally permitted following the closing of the previously announced public listing. House of Doge and the Doge Merger Sub are expected to complete the go-public transaction in the second quarter of 2025, as disclosed in the March 3, 2025, joint announcement.

The Board-Elect includes Sarosh Mistry, President and CEO of Sodexo North America, Timothy Stebbing, Executive Director and CTO of the Dogecoin Foundation, and Michael Galloro, Managing Partner at ALOE Finance. Additional board seats will be held by the incoming CEO, while the fifth seat will be occupied by a prominent attorney. Their names will be disclosed when legally permitted.

“The payments industry is rapidly evolving, and cryptocurrencies are at the very forefront of innovation as corporations look for integrations to streamline their business.” Said Sarosh Mistry, President and CEO of Sodexo North America and Director-Elect of House of Doge. “Spearheaded by House of Doge and the SuchPay platform, dogecoin payments will pave the way for major enterprises who process millions of transactions daily to access a fast, cost-efficient crypto payment system with lower fees than traditional credit card processors. “

“We are thrilled to have House of Doge as our official commercialization partner, and to sit on the board amongst this esteemed group,” said Timothy Stebbing, Director of the Dogecoin Foundation and member of the Board of Directors of House of Doge. “This partnership allows for the Foundation to focus on developing world-class open-source technology while House of Doge leads adoption efforts through corporate collaborations, infrastructure development, and education. We are confident that through this partnership 2025 will be a defining year for Dogecoin.”

Advisory Board Appointments

The Advisory Board brings together Jens Wiechers, Executive Director of the Dogecoin Foundation, Doug Wall, Managing Partner of Dallas based Crypto private equity firm Shadow Partners, and Roger Rai, Vice Chairman of the Toronto Blue Jays.

Roger Rai, Vice Chairman of the Major League Baseball’s Toronto Blue Jays and Director-Elect of House of Doge affirmed the enthusiasm, saying “Dogecoin has the most loyal, vibrant community that has a demographic in the sweet spot of sports fans that teams like the Blue Jays and major leagues from stick and ball sports to motor racing want to keep entertained. Implementing Dogecoin which is a fast and easy currency enhances the entire experience and why I’m supporting House of Doge.”

Executive Team Appointments

House of Doge has appointed a CEO and President, an exceptional team with longstanding expertise in payments and financial technology. This team most recently built and led a highly successful payment platform, which was in early 2025 acquired by one of the world’s largest financial processors. Aligned with the Board’s vision, they are passionate supporters of the Dogecoin mission. Their names and strategic roles will be announced as soon as legally permitted.

Expanding Partnerships for Widespread Dogecoin Adoption

House of Doge is in active discussions with no less than 20 corporate partners to drive Dogecoin adoption across industries. Potential partners span fast food chains, global retailers, global food service providers, city councils for payments and ticketing, professional sports leagues, auto dealerships, and travel companies. As interest continues to surge, the list of companies looking for Dogecoin integration expands daily.

Key Focus Areas of the Partnership

• Payment Integration – House of Doge will help businesses seamlessly incorporate Dogecoin into their payment systems, ensuring fast and frictionless transactions.
• Consulting and Education – Businesses and individuals will gain access to expert guidance, educational resources, and consulting services on integrating Dogecoin.
• Infrastructure Development – Strengthening Dogecoin’s network infrastructure to support secure, scalable, and efficient transactions.
• Research & Development Funding – Ongoing investment in technological advancements to keep Dogecoin at the forefront of digital currency innovation.

House of Doge is also in negotiations to introduce financial products and alternative investments, including the tokenization of Real World Assets (RWA). These initiatives will further enhance Dogecoin’s utility, positioning it as a foundational asset within the evolving digital financial ecosystem.

About House of Doge

House of Doge team believes the future of money is already digital, and with Dogecoin’s speed and efficiency, it’s the ideal solution for the modern financial ecosystem. The team’s goal is to make Dogecoin a widely accepted decentralized currency for everyday use worldwide. To achieve this, House of Doge focuses on aggregating Dogecoin liquidity through robust operations in the U.S., creating a strategic reserve that will support its seamless use in commerce and government transactions. They are building the infrastructure necessary to ensure secure, efficient, and scalable Dogecoin transactions.

About Dogecoin Foundation

The Dogecoin Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to developing open-source technology that enhances Dogecoin’s accessibility and utility as a peer-to-peer digital currency.

Contacts

Brad Morris
House of Doge
brad@houseofdoge.com
Communications
Angela Gorman
House of Doge
angela@amwpr.com

Chicago, United States, March 17th, 2025, Chainwire

Liquid Mercury’s solution will power the global order book for trading tokenized wine on the dVIN Protocol

Liquid Mercury, a leading technology provider for digital asset marketplaces and crypto trading, announced today that it is entering into a strategic partnership with dVIN Labs (dVIN), a startup whose mission is to revolutionize the wine industry with blockchain-powered transparency and unified liquidity.

Leveraging data, decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN), and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, dVIN is solving authenticity, verification, and provenance challenges that have relegated wine investment to an inefficient, niche activity that appeals to the well-connected uber-wealthy. The launch of the new platform will unify liquidity that was previously fragmented and turn investment-grade wine into a scalable asset class with democratized tools and access for retail investors and institutions alike.

Using the same technology that powers crypto trading for professional traders, brokers, and exchanges, Liquid Mercury will provide a white-labeled platforms for dVIN channel partners to onboard individual investors, who can gain instant access to wine from their favorite winemakers and exclusive wines held at bonded warehouses around the world. The dVIN global order book powered by Liquid Mercury will aggregate regional marketplaces and utilize trading technology purpose-built for getting the best price for buyers and sellers.

“The $300 billion investment-grade wine market is ready to be exposed to new investors and to become a liquid, tradable asset,” said dVIN co-founder and co-CEO, David Garrett. “Our goal is to make investing in wine as easy as and efficient as investing in your favorite stock, cryptocurrency, or other favorite asset. We chose Liquid Mercury as our partner to create a liquid, global marketplace because our expertise in the wine market is matched by their team’s expertise in financial markets, laying the groundwork to unlock this exciting new digital asset class.”

“Liquid Mercury is thrilled to partner with dVIN to unlock wine as an investment and tradable asset to millions of new investors,” stated Liquid Mercury CEO, Tony Saliba. “Our thesis for real-world assets has been that investing in culture is a powerful secular trend, and we know our battle-tested technology can reliably power new digital marketplaces, so we see massive potential in this partnership.”

About Liquid Mercury

Liquid Mercury powers professional crypto trading and digital asset marketplaces. Liquid Mercury is the #1 choice for sophisticated buy-side and institutional sell-side trading professionals moving into crypto. Institutional grade infrastructure, access to deep liquidity, and best-in-class trading tools and workflow automation; Liquid Mercury was built by professionals for professionals. For more information about Liquid Mercury (ticker symbol $MERC), visit www.liquidmercury.com. Follow on LinkedIn and X.

About dVIN Labs

dVIN Labs is the development team behind the dVIN protocol which is designed to leverage a combination of data, DePIN, DeFi, and tokenization to bring wine, a $1T real world asset class, on-chain. The dVIN Protocol leverages blockchain technology to solve issues around authenticity, anti-fraud, price transparency, unified liquidity, supply chain efficiency, business intelligence, brand loyalty and customer acquisition. To learn more about dVIN Labs and the dVIN Protocol (ticker symbol $VIN), users can visit: https://dvinlabs.com.

Contact

Chief Commercial Officer
Ryan Hansen
Liquid Mercury
team@liquidmercury.com